1972 Rover 2000 vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 2000 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover 2000 | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 2000 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
